News and Announcements

With the Murdock Trust’s continuous grantmaking, enrichment events and other diverse activities, programs and involvement, our staff and our nonprofit partners are constantly engaged in the work we do for our communities. When we publish news or make announcements, we’ll post these items here.

Working for the Common Good: The Promise of the Nonprofit Sector – A Year in the Life of the Murdock Trust

“Every day has 1,440 minutes. That means we have 1,440 opportunities to make a positive impact.” -Les Brown The first weeks of the New Year bring a special type of energy. Psychologically, we see the turning of the calendar as an opportunity for a fresh start. Pair this with an infusion of enthusiasm fueled by […]

Welcome Dave Kresta – Visiting Scholar

Throughout the years, the Murdock Trust has been fortunate to welcome a host of outstanding minds and leaders who share their gifts with us as Visiting Scholars. That tradition continues this month as we welcome Dave Kresta to the Murdock Family. Passionate about improving how local churches and faith-based non-profits address poverty, inequality, and other […]

Answering Seven Tough Questions About the Murdock Trust

Recently, Bill and Melinda Gates answered questions about the work of their foundation. This is a great model for others to follow in the philanthropic sector and we thought we would step up and do the same. Answering seven tough questions about the Murdock Trust At the Murdock Trust, our mission is to enrich the […]

Change is in the air at the Murdock Trust

One of the top priorities for the team at the Murdock Trust is to identify ways we can streamline our grant making process. We know that nonprofits invest significant time when applying for a grant and we want to honor that by ensuring the systems we have in place to review and respond to applications […]

Grants in Action: Garten Services

People thrive when they have a daily job that they are passionate about, that they are skilled for and that they enjoy. Contributing to the community and putting forth an honest days work is empowering and inspiring. The team at Garten Services invests in developing tolerant work environments to employ individuals that may need more […]

Grants In Action: Protecting Henry’s Fork

For years, the team at the Henry’s Fork Foundation has focused its mission on protecting and conserving this gorgeous river and watershed through science. In this video, we take a close look at the latest developments undertaken by the Foundation and how staff and volunteers are conserving the natural beauty of Idaho.

Young, Scrappy, and Hungry

by Terry Stokesbary • March 2018 What Is Your Organization Doing to Develop Young Leaders? Like millions of others, I love the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical Hamilton. This history-telling, history-making musical tells the story of Alexander Hamilton’s life and death through rap and hip-hop. It sounds like an unlikely combination, but as its popularity and critical […]

Grants at Work: Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Teachable Moments at OMSI’s Camp Gray Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a gem in Oregon’s education sector, engaging minds young and old in science, technology and design. With an international reputation for innovative exhibits and educational programs, OMSI attracts more than 1 million visitors every year. The Murdock Trust has partnered with […]

Grants at Work: Growing a Community at Garden City Harvest

Great communities grow from the hard work and commitment of dedicated nonprofits that identify pressing needs and create tangible solutions. Garden City Harvest in Missoula, Montana is tackling a variety of issues – from hunger and nutrition education to job training and support of at-risk youth – through an innovative, community-minded program. Check out this […]

Grants at Work: Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies

New Dock Expands Opportunities for Children of all Ages and Abilities Stationed in the beautiful Kachemak Bay of Homer, Alaska, the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies (CACS) connects people of all ages with the unique marine and coastal ecosystems of the 50-mile Bay. Visitors have the opportunity to observe up close any number of land […]

True Leadership: Presidential Lessons Alive and Well in Local Nonprofits

By Steve Moore – February 2018 “I hold that while man exists, it is his duty to improve not only his own condition, but to assist in ameliorating mankind.” – Abraham Lincoln When we think of the President of the United States—not of any specific individual to hold the office but rather the role […]